Whiskey Wednesday (Patreon)

It was difficult to pick which whiskey I wanted to drink on my birthday, as I have a few special bottles that I haven't opened yet that are just waiting for a special occasion. But after careful consideration, I decided it would be Red Spot.  I have been searching for Red Spot since I started tasting Irish Whiskey. (It's kind of like the holy grail! ~ the elusive bottle that no one could find or get their hands on!).  Mitchell & Son's finally relaunched it recently, but it is still a challenge to get with all that's happened last year.

Back in November, I had some Whiskey club friends find out that a couple stores in Ohio had it in stock. I frantically called a girlfriend who lives out there and begged her to go buy it for me before they sold out, and she did on her lunch break. Talk about being a good friend! The excitement for it to arrive though, was almost unbearable!!!

It was so worth the search and wait for it. I have no regrets opening it for my Birthday! (Okay, maybe a little, but that's just because I always like keeping a bottle unopened!)  I loved it so much that I had to take it with me on my ski trip. It doesn't get much better than sipping such a special and delicious whiskey in front of a roaring fire on a cold night.  

Here's to a warm & sweet evening 🥃

Notes from Masters of Malt:

Nose: Stewed berries and red wine, with a touch of new leather giving it a savory edge.

Palate: Apple turnover, black pepper spiciness, caraway, blackcurrant jam, soft vanilla.

Finish: Lasting oaky warmth and a final hint of damson.

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Tumbler: Waterford Round Lismore (Thank you to a fellow whiskey lover for this beautiful pair for my birthday!)